Wonderful thank you cards from local students in St. Annin's National School, Roscahill

It was truly heartwarming to receive such wonderful Thank You cards from local students in St. Annin's National School, Roscahill who took part in Nature's Power workshops at Brigit's Garden supported by the Galway Science Festival 2016.

Their teachers thanked the staff for a 'most thought-provoking and inspiring day in Brigit's Garden', mentioning that;

the content was very appropriate and the facilitators pitched it at the perfect level...they were so informative, energetic and always kept it fun for the children.

The students learned about hydroelectricity, solar power, biomass and wind energy through interactive games, experiments and discussions. Thanks to all the students and staff at St. Annin's who took part in our Nature's Power programme.

What are Nature's Power Workshops?

Nature's Power workshops focus on energy, climate change and sustainable technologies and are available throughout the year at Brigit's Garden for both primary and post-primary students.

There will also be specialised Nature's Power workshops for Engineers Week 2017this March 4th-10th where students will have the opportunity to design and test small-scale wind turbine blades themselves.

Our 'Signs of Spring' workshop is also available, with seed-sowing in the polytunnel, searching for clues of springtime in the Celtic Gardens and stories and traditions of St. Brigit. 3 hour workshops cost €9.50 per student.

Children from all around County Galway have been visiting the Garden for our Spring school workshops. They are planting seeds in the polytunnel, searching for the signs of spring in the Celtic Gardens and making bird nests in the woodlands.

Brigit’s Garden is looking for facilitators to work through both the Irish and English language as part of our experienced and enthusiastic Education Team. Brigit’s Garden offers a range of high-quality, inspirational and educational workshops for all ages. This role would involve working mainly with primary school students but may also include working with secondary schools and summer camps.

It has been a long winter and your home has held you well. Now, as the days warm, you are inclined to open the windows wider and invite in the freshness of renewal. Now is the time to clear away and make room for what will grow in your own life this season. Spring is the perfect time to cleanse your personal space to eliminate old energies and make way for the fresh and the new, to give love and intention to your beloved house and home.

Brigit was a herbalist and used wild herbs to nourish and heal body and spirit. Many of her plants grow in our gardens, hedgerows and meadows, providing wild and free medicine that has been used for thousands of years.

This year the Winter Solstice falls on 21st December and marks the shortest day of the year. Solstice means ‘sun-stop’, and for three days around the solstice the sun appears to rise and set at the same point, moving in a low arc through the sky and casting the longest shadow of the year on our Calendar Sundial.

More than just a flavour for your pasta sauce, thyme is a robust herb available almost year around, offering many healing properties. Be sure to continue to add thyme to your soups, stews and sauces, as food is medicine! Thyme has wonderful properties to keep our bodies healthy during the cold, cough and flu season.

The vanilla-almond scent of meadowsweet fills the air this month and her creamy white, frothy flowers polka-dot fields and hedgerows. Known also as Queen of the Meadow, she is a majestic sight, a balm for the eyes and the spirit and medicine for the body.

Sunrise Children’s Festival at Brigit’s Garden is back for 2017 and have just announced their full line-up across four stages, showcasing the best in children’s entertainment with live music, theatre, magicians, puppeteers and much more.

Brigits Garden Photo Galleries

Enjoy delicious lunches and teas in our light-filled dining area overlooking the gardens, or al fresco on the patio. Our food is freshly prepared using the best local produce with salads and herbs from the Gardens. Currently open Saturdays, Sundays & Bank Holidays. (By arrangement for groups any time of year)Read more>>

The gift shop at Brigit's Garden sells carefully chosen pieces to delight and inspire, with many of our items showcasing the best of Irish craft, books and artisan foods. Read more>>

Weddings and Celebrations

Every wedding at Brigit's Garden is different, and we enjoy working with people to create special celebrations in a unique setting. Read More >>

Birthday Parties

Choose a fairy or dragon theme or a nature-based party with exciting games, storytelling and activities as our experienced staff lead children on a birthday adventure! Catered and non-catered options available. See flyer here>>

Children from all around County Galway have been visiting the Garden for our Spring school workshops. They are planting seeds in the polytunnel, searching for the signs of spring in the Celtic Gardens and making bird nests in the woodlands.

Brigit’s Garden is looking for facilitators to work through both the Irish and English language as part of our experienced and enthusiastic Education Team. Brigit’s Garden offers a range of high-quality, inspirational and educational workshops for all ages. This role would involve working mainly with primary school students but may also include working with secondary schools and summer camps.

It has been a long winter and your home has held you well. Now, as the days warm, you are inclined to open the windows wider and invite in the freshness of renewal. Now is the time to clear away and make room for what will grow in your own life this season. Spring is the perfect time to cleanse your personal space to eliminate old energies and make way for the fresh and the new, to give love and intention to your beloved house and home.

Brigit was a herbalist and used wild herbs to nourish and heal body and spirit. Many of her plants grow in our gardens, hedgerows and meadows, providing wild and free medicine that has been used for thousands of years.

Interactive Tour

Birds-eye view of Brigit's Garden

Group & Tour Ideas in Galway

Whether you are a tour group, community group or a spiritual group you will find a warm welcome at Brigit's Garden. We are also an accredited Discover Center and a popular destination for school tours.

Brigit's Garden is a not-for–profit project and registered charity created for the benefit of the community

You can donate to Brigit's Garden through PayPal! All profits go back to support the project.(Charity # CHY 15512)